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[grimreaping]

[ Kid has the job of washing windows this month, and while he's been doing an excellent job -- each completed window shines and sparkles without the hint of smudge -- it also takes him a long, long time to get it right to his satisfaction. So much so that temporary employer has stepped in, and the Guide picks up some of that conversation. ]

So...

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[halcyonism]

...Kid, are you all right?

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[grimreaping]

[ woe ]

N-No...

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[halcyonism]

[ Ahhh hurrying straight over. ]

The windows you have washed are absolutely spotless. That is something to be proud of.

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[grimreaping]

But then why did he say it was no help...

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[halcyonism]

[ O-Oh don't look so sad. You break his heart, Kid. ]

I think it is of great help. It is better to do a job with such perfection than to do a job carelessly.

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[grimreaping]

T-That's what I thought too! This is my first job, so I wanted to do it exceptionally, but now...

[ oh Larsa, you've just gained +1 appreciation in Kid's eyes ]

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[halcyonism]

That is the correct attitude to have. It is unfortunate that your employer did not feel the same.

[ Reaching to put his hand on Kid's shoulder. ]

If time is an issue, I would be more than happy to help you.

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[grimreaping]

You...will?

[ this face forever at you ]

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[halcyonism]

Of course!

[ He would have helped out anyway, but Kid's kindness-when he wasn't even asked-with the rappigs just makes him want to help out all the more. ]

Though I do not believe I would be able to get the windows quite as spotless as you. Though if the two of us work together, we will finish twice as much work!

[grimreaping]

[ looks tearfully happy and returns to washing the windows after sharing his cleaning supplies with Larsa.

that continues for several minutes until Kid speaks up again. ]

May I ask you a question?

[halcyonism]

[ Working slowly like Kid. This is Kid's job after all, and Larsa doesn't want to give his employer a bad impression! So this window must also be spotless. ]

Of course. Is something bothering you?

[grimreaping]

[ Kid will gladly help you with your job, to be fair. ]

Not bothering, no. More of a curiosity. Has someone from your world very recently arrived aboard the Thor?

[halcyonism]

[ His actual job for the month is gardening. Think of all the symmetrical possibilities! ]

Oh, yes! Two, actually. [ Trying to hide his uneasiness by focusing so intently on the window. He remembers how Basch addressed him when he arrived earlier. ] Why do you ask?

[grimreaping]

[ symmetrical planters and landscaping, oh my ]

Because I wasn't sure if it was you to which was being referred, but I'm pleased to know that you have more of your companions present.

[ does he intend to leave it there? hmm... ]

[halcyonism]

[ He's pretty fail at this ~hiding emotions~ thing and has more or less stopped cleaning the window for now. Instead, he glances at Kid briefly before staring (at the shiny reflection!) in the window. ]

I admit, I've never come across someone else with the name of Larsa, but with so many people from so many different worlds, I would not be surprised if there were others who share my name.

[ LARSA KIND OF HOPES SO. But does Larsa ever get his way? No, not really. ]

I am pleased as well; I never thought I would see them again.

[grimreaping]

If it makes you feel better, I've never come across anyone with my name either.

[ because lol WHO THE HELL WOULD DO THAT? ]

It's an extraordinary coincidence, is all.